Sauvignon IGT
Denomination: Sauvignon IGT.
Grape variety: Sauvignon grape 100%.
Vineyards: The sandy/gravelly soils are located in the property of Fiumicello, close to the river “Torre”. The average age of the vines is about 15 years.
Harvesting: End of Augus t. Vinification: The grapes are crushed and separated from the stalks a few minutes after harvesting. The crushed grapes are cooled to 5°C for a maceration on the skins in order to extract the primary aromas and greater body. The following day the skins are separated from the musted by a soft pressing and, after a first racking, the alcoholic fermentation begins in steel containers at controlled temperatures of 15-16 °C.
The color: Brights traw yellow.
Perfume: The nose is very fresh, with typical varietal aromas remini scent of bell pepper and tomato leaf wrapped in a bouquet of very
delicate flower s and white fruits. The palate is rich and enveloping while allowing sapidity and freshness to emerge.
The flavor: Harmonic and pleasant, with a pronounced aromatic taste.
Pairings: It goes well with lean appetizers, cheeses of various ages, fish dishes, creams, soups and velvety dishes. Excellent as an aperitif. Serve at 9-11 °C.
Duration: Best enjoyed young.
Technical data: Alcohol content 12,5 % vol. Res idual Sugar s 2, 0g/l Total Acidity 5 g/l Net Dry Extract 21 g/l
